2016 High School Football Preview: Grundy Center

Grundy Center's hopes of returning to post-season play in 2016 relies on developing depth, especially on the defensive side of the ball. Coach Brent Thoren's team should have a strong offensive line, with four starters back from a 2015 squad that advanced to the second-round of the Class-A state playoffs.

Concerns Heading Into 2016:
All skill positions and runningback depth. Depth at all positions, especially on defense.

Opponents Expected To Compete For District Title In 2016:
Mason City Newman and Saint Ansgar. Newman returns its leading rusher from 2015. Saint Ansgar has its entire offensive line back, along with its starting quarterback and runningback from a team that finished 10-2 overall.

Expectations For 2016 Season:
"For Grundy Center to contend this year, we will need to develop in the defensive front seven and the quarterback position."